Parachute, CO is a small town located in Garfield County with a population of 1,607 people. The population density in Parachute is 693 people per square mile, compared to the US population density of 93 people per square mile. The town offers plenty of amenities for its residents such as local businesses, year-round outdoor activities, organizations and community events. Local businesses include El Jebel Market & Deli, Mountain Valley Sports & Liquor, Parachute Coffee Shop and Mountain Valley Real Estate. There are also many year round outdoor activities available such as hiking trails and fishing spots along the Colorado River. Organizations like the Parachute/Battlement Mesa Park and Recreation District provide recreational programs for all ages. Additionally, sporting events like the annual Parachute Horse Races occur at the Garfield County Fairgrounds where locals can compete or watch others take part in various races.
The population in Parachute is 1,607. There are 999 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Parachute is 28.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Parachute is 3.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Parachute
- 48.6% are married
- 14.7% are divorced
- 38.8% are married with children
- 38.8% have children, but are single
Race in Parachute
- 58.0% are White
- 2.1% are Black
- 1.2% are Asian
- 1.5% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 34.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander